In a player poll this offseason he was voted the most underated player in hockey. He is in fact the complete opposite of overated. In terms of value its probably an early 2nd round pick but his value to the islanders is far more...I would try and extend him before trading him and if I was trading him I would ask for a 1st rounder. If you look up "3rd line center" in the dictionary Frans Nielson is the definition. Solid facoff man, outstanding PKer, able to put up ~40 points, amazing defensively, leadership skills(has worn the "A")+ as an added bonus he is one of the best all-time shootout men since its introduction to the game.

I don't see a 3rd liner worth an early second. Even if he is a good one.